Fishy Day

Today we went to the aquarium. It was raining cats and dogs so we decided it would be best to spend our time somewhere fun but indoors. So we got an early start and it was a good thing because when we left there was a line a mile long to get tickets.

So when we walked in there was a man there to greet us and he was holding something slithery and skinny. He called it a corn snake but it didn't look like it had come off the cob! I was scared to touch it at first but then I reached out and felt with one finger. That was enough so then we pushed on.

This trip was my first walking tour and I really enjoyed cruising from one tank to the next on my own two feet. Standing close to the tank and "touching" the fish was pretty neat. This summer is the Summer of Turtles so we got to see turtles of all sizes.

I guess that's about it. Enjoy the show folks.

This is me and Daddy with a red-tailed hawk.

Can everyone see the cute turtles?

Sure hope this glass holds!

I want this one right here for dinner!

Sorry Momma cut off your head Mr. Macaw!

Cool Dude!

New Camera

We finally have a new camera after months of smacking our old one just to get a visual on the LCD screen. So I'm posting a few of our new shots. Probably can't tell a difference but we're happy nonetheless. The first is of KJ with her friend Reilly Kaye. They are the same age minus three months apart. Next is of KJ reading to the dog, Baby. Then KJ being silly with the afghan in the bonus room. Lastly, is of KJ with her Pop who came down to Chucktown for the day.

July wrap-up

So it's been a pretty busy and exciting month. So much so that my Momma couldn't get any pictures posted or any info on my latest adventures written up. We thought we'd put together a little synopsis so you wouldn't feel slighted.
After our Fourth of July bash Gran came down the next week and we spent some quality "girl time" together. Then Pop and Uncle Brian came for the weekend and I took them to the pool. We all learned that the baby pool at 5 in the afternoon after a 100 degree day is not what you would call refreshing. Aunt Joni came one weekend with two of her friends, Ania and Alex. We all went out to eat at Sticky Fingers and Momma said I should feel lucky that young college girls wanted to hang out with old fogies and a baby! Aunt Joni missed out on being in a photo but she took some cute ones of me and my folks. The last week in July we traveled to Lyman and got to spend time with the usual family plus Aunt Linda, G. G. Byars, and Granddaddy Byars. G. G. read to me in a rocking chair used with all the grandchildren and now the great-grandchildren.
So have I reached any milestones this past month? You bet! I have added several words to my vocabulary including fish, kitty cat, bye bye along with mama and dada. I can point to several items in a book when asked including a ball, baby, and bananas. I also am getting quite good at following directions like "kick the ball, throw the ball, and close the door." I especially like the last one and Momma said that could be considered my first chore. And last, I hope! I also have figured out how to bounce. Not jumping yet but bouncing by bending my legs while standing up. I can do it on the couch or bed much to my parents chagrin. I also can give a high five now when asked and my parents think it's quite cute. And even cuter than that, if you can believe it, is that my new dance move is to stamp my right foot to the beat!
I guess the most exciting thing is that I now recognize Teddy Grahams by the box. Momma and Daddy watched me one day as I took it out of the pantry, figured out how to open the top, put my little hand inside, and come out with my prize. Just as I was putting the sweet Teddy to my mouth Momma called my name and I just about jumped out of my skin. They were watching the whole time those silly rascals.
This month was also filled with celebrations. Cousin Meghan turned one at the end of June. My friend Reilly Kaye celebrated her first birthday this month and five days later cousin Aidan celebrated his.
On a sad note, this month also saw the passing of my friend Emory. In his short twenty months he touched many lives and I'm glad I got to know him. He'll be missed by many but one day we'll see him again in Heaven.
I think that just about covers it. I'm sure there is so much more since I seem to be doing something new every day according to Momma. In short the dress says it all CAROLINA CUTIE!!

Independence Day

Fourth of July this year was a lot more exciting than last year. I included a photo from last year just so you could see the difference. First of all, I got to be in a very cool parade. Mia and Momma decorated my wagon special just for the day. We met all the other neighbors at the club house and being led by a firetruck we paraded through our neighborhood. It was real hot as you can see by one of my photos but we had fun nevertheless. That night Momma and Daddy had invited a bunch of people over to eat and have fun. I got to see some of my friends and listen in on lots of interesting conversation. Daddy nearly passed out from grilling the million hamburgers but everyone loved them and I even got a little taste of one before going to bed. Can't wait to see how next year will be even more different. Maybe they'll let me drive the firetruck?

Beach Day!

Here are just a few pics of me with my cousin Aidan at the beach. We had such fun splashing in the water and crawling around on the sand. We both looked pretty hip in our sun hats.

Edisto Family Vacation

Edisto Family Vacation

Yahoo! We just got back from my favorite place, so far, the BEACH! We spent the week swimming, sleeping, sunning, and stuffing our faces with food. It was a great break from all the boring toys around here! The best part was Mr. Ed, Mrs. Corrine and Agnes Rose came all the way from Texas to vacation with us. Mr. Ed and Mrs. Corrine are friends of Momma and Daddy's and Agnes is my new friend. She is a little older than me but we got along just fine. She helped me fine-tune my walking skills and by the end of the week I was walkin around without even thinking about it!
The best part of the week was the water. I just loved sitting in it and splashing. Sometimes the big waves crashing would scare me a little bit but I stayed close to the edge so not to get swept away. Daddy kept callin me a loggerhead since I'd crawl towards the water like one. I liked raking the sand with my shovel and putting sand into the bucket with my hands. Momma says we'll never get all the sand shells off of my scalp but I think it looks like freckles and no one will notice!

Vacation Bible School June 12-16th

Well we had VBS at our church and boy was it exciting. We learned about the Arctic and having courage. I made a shaker bottle with rice, confetti and beads. Mrs. Kayci my teacher took some photos of me and my friends so we'd always remember this week. She took a funny picture of me just for my momma to put on the fridge. Momma had put me in an outfit buttoned up to my chin and the ladies in the nursery thought I was quite a site looking like I was wearing a straight jacket of sorts. I was just glad when they unbuttoned me a little and I could breathe again. I guess Momma was in a hurry that mornin thinking about teaching those fourth graders!

June 5-9th

Here are some shots from a very busy week. I got to go to our playgroup for Piccaso Day and paint. I enjoyed getting it on me more than the canvas. It was nice to run around in my swim diaper and be foot loose and fancy free. I also got an outdoor chair so now I can relax in the yard. I like standing in it better than sitting right now though. I also learned to stand and talk on the phone this week. It's amazing what you can do in an upright position! Momma also snuck and took some pics of me in my toy basket. I personally think it's more fun to sit among the toys instead of playing with them one at a time.